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    Stefan, ....at least you knew it was welded on. I didn't realize it until I was working on it for quite some time. It's like trying to open a childproof bottle without knowing it was childproof. :P As for the 02 sensor, I have not seen data to support that, although it makes perfect sense. But, one way or another you are bound to introduce some kind of vibration / shock, if you haven't already, when you give the header a good shake to get it off. Perhaps, as suggested before, the only way to get around that would be to remove the sensor, tie it off and get it out of the way. BTW Hung, as far as I know, you may very well be correct in your thinking about premature cat failure secondary to increased heat from completely wrapping the header(s)...but, you should definitely look for supporting data on that. As I said before, ...all interesting questions....how's your install going? Did you decide to tackle the driver's side yet??
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    Hi Hung, Yes, I did. I used header wrap around the AC line and used zip ties to keep the AC line (located on the driver's side) as far from the header as possible. From my understanding, it simply keeps the AC line from getting hot. Therefore, the AC does not have to work twice as hard. Also, there were a few instances where I actually had to wrap parts of the header (located on the passenger's side)--at the collector by the flange and, if my memory serves me correctly, along one or two other areas. These were done solely for the purpose of dampening some of the vibration / resonance that I was experiencing. ... all interesting questions...perhaps best answered by the more knowledgeable folks out there....Loren?? Stefan?? :) -Dana
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    Hey Stefan, Just read your response to my earlier PM, but didn't have a chance to respond back until now. Nice job on getting that last nut off!! BTW, if the drive doesn't loosen it, you could probably just take a rubber mallet to where they meet while supporting the header / manifold end so it doesn't fall on top of you. You're almost done! Hi Hung, Perhaps it does not make a whole lot of sense, ....though I have not analyzed it to quite the extent that you have.... it worked nevertheless. Good luck on your future install. BTW, w/c angelfish (pomocanthus) do you like best?? Take care. -Dana
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    Wow! I agree with jmatta! Never saw 315s on a Boxster before! Looking forward to the pics! :)
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    Hey JFERR, Saw this on the 986forum too and I will have to concur with the other guys on this----it's the battery. It happened to me too and I just use a battery tender to maintain it throughout the winter months. I have the Schumacher 1 AMP trickle charger w/c plugs into the wall outlet. It has come in handy many a times. You might want to invest in something similar. Let us know what happens. :) BTW, this has been discussed many times in both forums and it might be helpful for you to do a quick search for useful information on the different types of batteries and battery maintainers. Good luck!
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    Yes, Stefan...I am referring to the studs. My Porsche mechanic placed the large vise grip perpendicular to the stud after he heated it up....mind you, this gentleman is a very big fellow (over 250 lbs)....so, one after the other (heat, clamp, twist w/ brute force, and off each one of them came)....it blew me away at how easy he made it seem. Anyway, how did it go for you? Did you heat and sledgehammer away each of the studs? (j/k) :)
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    Hey Stefan, Actually, he just heated each one of them up and used a vise grip ---gave it a good strong twist and they came right out. Boy, was I pissed! All the effort that I put trying to take 'em out myself must have helped him out! (---at least, that's what I tell myself :P ) It may have been easier also because the car was up on a lift --better leverage. Anyway, I hope it works out for you!! Post some pics and let us know what happens! -Dana
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    Hi, I did the performance header install last year and IMHO the best & most practical method to take them off would be to heat them up with a torch. Those studs are heat pressed and I could have PB blastered them until I was blue in the face and I had to put my hands up and bring my ride to my Porsche mechanic who took care of it in a couple of minutes. Here's a link to my install and the challenges that I went through: http://986forum.com/forums/showthread.php?...=header+install (You might have to sign in to read the thread). Hope this helps you out! I did have fun despite the frustrations of the install and the CELs that came on afterwards. Keep us posted! -Dana
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